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Recent Examples of stranglehold
His law could lead to the kind of sweeping rules that helped break the stranglehold of Big Tobacco in the 1990s, which followed a combination of litigation, regulation and public opinion.
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Parmy Olson, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
Game 4 is Sunday night at Honda Center, when the Ducks can take a stranglehold on the two-time defending Western Conference champs.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
His law could lead to the kind of sweeping rules that helped break the stranglehold of Big Tobacco in the 1990s, which followed a combination of litigation, regulation and public opinion.
—Parmy Olson, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
Firstly, China has a stranglehold not only on rare earths themselves but also the processing technology and talent, and has imposed export restrictions on refining equipment as well as rare earth technicians working overseas.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 21 Apr. 2026
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Parmy Olson, Twin Cities, 26 Apr. 2026
Game 4 is Sunday night at Honda Center, when the Ducks can take a stranglehold on the two-time defending Western Conference champs.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
His law could lead to the kind of sweeping rules that helped break the stranglehold of Big Tobacco in the 1990s, which followed a combination of litigation, regulation and public opinion.
—Parmy Olson, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
Firstly, China has a stranglehold not only on rare earths themselves but also the processing technology and talent, and has imposed export restrictions on refining equipment as well as rare earth technicians working overseas.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stranglehold
Noun
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Players received eight points for an albatross, five for eagle and two for birdie.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Wakeland specifically and the Frisco ISD schools generally have been an albatross for the Mustangs over the years, despite the success of the Grapevine girls soccer program.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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While 57% of white Catholics still support Trump, a majority of them aren’t happy with his actions in Iran — the issue that’s turning out to be a millstone around his neck.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Instead of becoming the fuel for more Republican victories, Donald Trump has become a giant millstone, an albatross around the necks of Republicans now.—
Adam Harris,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2026
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The United States’ withdrawal from the WHO, which took effect in January, has put American public health officials at a disadvantage, says David Larsen, PhD, professor and chair of the public health department at Syracuse University.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2026
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Instead, perhaps plucky Oklahoma, with all of its financial disadvantages, scheduling struggles and three-star players, could shake up the world.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
Noun
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There is one handicap accessible Deluxe Suite.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Despite its handicaps, Western analysts and officials say Ukraine has in recent months recorded battlefield successes against Russia’s bigger army, disrupting a spring offensive started by Russia amid improving weather, as fields dry out and new foliage on tree lines offers more cover.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This turn for the heightened has both benefits and drawbacks.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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The main drawback is that the battery isn't replaceable.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Keep big upside, but minimize the downside, shown here.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Still, many cruisers argue the downsides outweigh the benefits.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The card is linked to a debit bank account to make payments.—
Jeff A. Chamer
May 6,
Charlotte Observer,
6 May 2026
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Officials searched the vehicle and seized it, finding the victim’s driver’s license and Social Security card, as well as five debit or credit cards in the victim’s name, the plea agreement said.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As a condition of receiving the Prize, each potential winner will be required to complete and return a Promotions Release and Affidavit, which includes confirmation of eligibility, a liability release, and, where lawful, a publicity release.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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The report notes that Facebook is shielded by Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act, which protects internet platforms from liability for content posted by users.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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“Stranglehold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stranglehold. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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